A resume that worked in your home country may need changes for Canadian employers. Here is what usually makes the biggest difference.
Remove personal details
Take out your photo, date of birth, nationality, marital status and religion. Canadian employers focus on skills and experience, and leaving these out avoids any bias.
Explain your experience clearly
Employers may not know your previous companies. Add one line describing each company (sector, size) and focus on results and responsibilities that match Canadian job postings.
Show your credentials
List your degree with its Canadian equivalent if you had it assessed. For regulated professions (nursing, engineering, teaching...), mention where you are in the licensing process.
Build Canadian experience
Volunteering, bridging programs, internships and short contracts all count. Add them to your resume: they show you know the Canadian workplace.
References
You usually do not list references on the resume. Prepare two or three people who can speak about your work, and share their details when an employer asks.
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